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Social Sesh: 4 Lessons from Past Jobs That Shaped My Social Media Career
Looking back at my job history, I can’t help but laugh. How did I go from taking pizza orders and building bears for kids to building brands on social media? Each job taught me invaluable lessons that have shaped my career. Here’s how each gig contributed to my growth and success in the digital world.
How My Past Employment Experiences Prepared Me for My Role at #Strella Social Media
Lesson 1: Active Listening from Taking Pizza Orders
At 16, I got my first job, taking phone orders at Papa John’s Pizza. (Yes, back then you actually had to call to order pizza!) My friend’s dad owned the franchise, and I thought it would be a blast working with friends, eating free pizza, and making some cash. Little did I know I’d be dealing with customers non-stop. Imagine a teenager on the other end of the line, trying to decipher rapid-fire pizza orders while customers impatiently waited. As much as I dreaded those calls, the job taught me effective communication and active listening. It’s amazing how much these skills translate to social media, where understanding and responding to your audience’s needs is everything.
